2036 the Proof by Zvi Speiser
The nectar is a fantasy or reality? Is there life on
other planets separate from earth? Will life be easier after advances in human knowledge
in science? Future is unknown but can we make a guess about what will happen 20
years henceforth.
The story starts with a break-in in a lab and murder of
guard. Professor Tom is working on a longevity drug in his research. His assistant
Lise finds some geometrical patterns in the petri dish which can’t be explained.
Similarly in astronomy field there are some surprising finds leasing to assault
on a accomplished scientist. The police detective Rick, a journalist Will and
his ex-girlfriend find a pattern in the break-ins, murders, assaults on
scattered locations. Is there a link in all this?
In the year 2036 the more the things changed the more
they remain same. Scientific knowledge has grown by leaps and bounds. The life
sciences is finding a drug which can prolong human life and keep it in prime
shape. All of the major pharmaceutical manufacturers had been at it for many
years. Medication and self-care kits to enhance longevity, which was already
increasing even with no specific intervention, is being devised. SETI is also
making progress. Hubble telescope is a thing of past and there are many more times
powerful telescopes which can see in the farthest corners of galaxy.
The book is having science at its core. I
will reproduce one passage below:
“Newton’s equations of motion accurately
described observations on Earth and in the solar system. Einstein’s theory of
relativity predicted different results than Newton’s equations, but only at
speeds approaching the speed of light. The predictions of the theory of relativity
and its observational verification required sophisticated measuring equipment.
However, for all intents and purposes, for motion at speeds significantly below
the speed of light, Newton’s equations provided plenty of accuracy, and were
still in use . Yet they did not seem to apply to the phenomena on
STA331047B and STA333654B. The red giants adjacent to these stars were still at
their peak, and contained massive amounts of gas, in contrast to the leading
theory, which had been verified many times.”
The story moves at a brisk pace and the suspense
is unrelenting. The identity of villains is known but the thrill is in chase. The
book has some interesting premise which leads an exciting climax.
Recommendation and rating:
I would recommend it to those who like to read a
sci-fi fantasy book. I give the book 3.5/ 5 stars.
Where to buy:
Blurb:
Will the most profound secret of the human race, seeded millions
of years ago, finally be discovered?
Can Heller and Thorne figure out why scientists keep getting
involved in accidents?
What do a huge
asteroid rushing into earth, human DNA going crazy in a lab, exploding stars
and an ancient sect have in common? All have been ingeniously woven together in
this riveting science fiction thriller. Join Chicago police Detective Rick
Heller and investigative journalist Will Thorne as they try to figure out why
scientists connected to these discoveries are almost killed and a security
guard is murdered.
Can the US president marshal covert scientific knowledge to
safeguard the world?
When Will
Thorne discovers a mysterious link among the asteroid, the DNA and the
exploding stars, US President Emily White tries to use this top-secret tinder
box, revealing the discovery of humanity’s deepest secret, for a peaceful
message to the human race. Her initiative ultimately results in aggressive
religious riots that threaten human security throughout the world.
Can an ancient, secret sect be the key to human salvation?
In 586 BCE, soldiers of the Sect of the Guardians gave their
lives to secure the hiding place of the Ark of the Covenant, which they had
removed from the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. What is the ancient secret, more
than 3,300 years old, that the Guardians are ordered to hide at any cost?
From the author:
Be curious. Ask questions. It is permissible to
challenge common knowledge, truths, beliefs, and their origins, even those
accepted by the majority. You will often discover how hollow they are, to what
extent they do not hold up to the slightest investigation simply because most
people grew up thinking small and never thought to examine these ideas. You
will be surprised to discover that the foundations of human civilization are so
rickety. You will also be surprised at the degree to which people refuse to have
a serious discussion out of an inexplicable fear of treating ideas objectively
and of putting their beliefs to the test of science.
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